Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Andrew Johnson: The 17th President of the United States. He was elected Vice President and succeeded to the presidency upon the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. His presidency was marked by conflict with Congress over Reconstruction and he was impeached by the House of Representatives, but acquitted by the Senate by a single vote. His life spanned from 1808 to 1875.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Andrew Johnson became president after Lincoln's death.
  • The impeachment trial of Andrew Johnson was a major event in U.S. history.
  • Historians often study the presidency of Andrew Johnson.

Advanced Usage

• "Johnsonian" (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Andrew Johnson or his policies.
  • The senator's approach was described as Johnsonian in its stubbornness.

Variants and Related Words

• President Johnson: A common reference to Andrew Johnson.
• The Johnson Administration: Refers to the executive branch and policies during his presidency.

Synonyms

• The 17th President: A formal synonym referencing his numerical order.
• Lincoln's Successor: A contextual synonym highlighting the circumstance of his ascension.

Related Phrases

• The Johnson Impeachment: Specifically refers to the 1868 impeachment proceedings against him.
• The Andrew Johnson National Historic Site: A U.S. National Historic Site in Tennessee dedicated to preserving locations associated with his life.

Noun

1. 17th President of the United States; was elected vice president and succeeded Lincoln when Lincoln was assassinated; was impeached but acquitted by one vote (1808-1875)